A Comprehensive Visualization and Analysis Project
Name: Prabhjas Singh (16815) University: Dublin City University Program: MSc in Management (Strategy) Module: BAA1030 – Data Analytics and Storytelling Submission Date: 27 April 2025
Adolescence marks a critical stage of human development, where lifelong health trajectories are formed. Despite improvements in global child health, adolescent mortality—especially among 10–14 year olds—remains a significant concern. This project explores mortality patterns through geographic mapping, gender analysis, and economic correlations, supported by global datasets. Visual narratives are developed to reveal inequalities, highlight critical intervention points, and align strategies with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
🗺️ Global Mortality Mapping: Regional Inequalities
Study Focus: Visualize global mortality rates geographically. Evaluation Goal: Identify regional mortality hotspots where adolescents are most vulnerable.
Insight:
🔥 Higher mortality rates → Darker red 🩸 Lower mortality rates → Very light red
Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia display the highest adolescent mortality rates, demonstrating entrenched global health inequalities that require focused interventions.
🌍 Global Gender Differences in Adolescent Mortality (Top 10 Countries)
Study Focus: Compare adolescent mortality between genders globally, focusing on the highest-risk countries. Evaluation Goal: Identify gender-driven disparities in mortality rates.
Insight:
Males consistently experience higher adolescent mortality rates compared to females, with Sub-Saharan Africa countries occupying most top slots.
🇳🇬 Nigeria Adolescent Mortality Trends: A National Case Study
Study Focus: Explore national-level adolescent mortality trends over time in Nigeria. Evaluation Goal: Evaluate improvements (or lack thereof) in adolescent survival outcomes.
Insight:
Nigeria has witnessed slow but positive improvements in adolescent mortality. However, progress remains uneven and below international health targets.
💵 Economic Influence on Adolescent Survival: A GDP-Based Analysis
Study Focus: Analyze how economic development (GDP per capita) correlates with adolescent mortality. Evaluation Goal: Reveal whether rising national wealth translates into lower mortality risk.
Insight:
There is a sharp drop in adolescent mortality after countries exceed a GDP per capita threshold of ~$10,000, affirming the role of economic development in advancing youth survival.
🌎 SDG Alignment
SDG 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
SDG 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education.
SDG 16: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies and provide access to justice for all.
🧩 Conclusion: Addressing Global Adolescent Health Disparities
✅ Key Findings:
- Males are at higher mortality risk globally.
- Mortality clusters strongly by region and income.
- Economic growth correlates with improved youth survival.
✅ Strategic Recommendations:
- Strengthen health infrastructures in high-burden regions.
- Implement gender-sensitive adolescent health policies.
- Leverage economic development for health equity.